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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1C4RJFBG4JC478455 · Checked Aug 29, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 21

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1C4RJFBG4JC•••••• 2018 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE

This build draws 4.1× more complaints than the average 2018 Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE build (21 vs 5).

21on this build
827on the model
160builds in total
1injuries
Most reported Electrical System 16 Engine 2 Seat Belts 1 Power Train 1

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Engine Mar 2026
Cylinder Misfires OBD-II code P0303 Engine Overheats after changed thermometer Fuel in the coolant system Coolant leaking from exhaust
Electrical System Sep 2025
The radio in this vehicle has a widespread issue where the screen delaminates and starts ghost touching . Options are randomly selected , people are randomly called , emergency services are attempted to be contacted. Basically anything that the radio controls in the car could be…
Visibility May 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started and the panoramic sunroof was opened, glass from the shattered sunroof fell into the cabin of the vehicle. The contact had not observed an object shattering the sunroof. The vehicle…
Power Train Sep 2023
This vehicle will not move (intermitant problem) at times when the vehicle is placed in drive or reverse. The gear shift console and dash will flash and the vehicle is rendred useless. I have to turn off and restart the vehicle to resolve the problem. Temporary fix. It keeps…
Seat Belts Aug 2021
The rear right seat belt became unusable in August 2021. I bought the car in October 2017 and it only has 20,000 miles. The seat belt was fully retracted and stuck, which caused a major safety issue for my passengers, including my children. The dealership confirmed it the seat…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1C4RJFBG4JC478455 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.